Capitol Hill
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American
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Some special-occasion restaurants feel like food church—hushed and pious. Now imagine the opposite and you’ll get something close to Aaron Silverman’s dopamine bomb of a Capitol Hill tasting room. Think LL Cool J on the speakers, chefs in custom-made gold Nikes, and loads and loads of caviar (sometimes served with gummy bears). The four-course menu is a ton of fun—we loved melty pork belly with a taco al pastor–inspired jus; a lobster riff on Chinese walnut shrimp; and a truffle-laden onion tarte Tatin. This is a place with plenty of luxury, and nothing quiet about it.
Price
Based on dinner for two, including tax and 20-percent tip:
Very expensive: $300 or more
Locations
715 8th St SE, Washington DC,
